The irwin marples ms500 series all purpose chisels with pro touch handle these chisels have a large metal striking cap to withstand hammer impacts prolong the life of the handle and prevent mushrooming pro touch handles are designed to provide extra comfort grip and also reduces vibrations and reduces hand fatigue one piece blade forging gives added strength and durability made from special tool steel which ensures a much sharper cutting edge for quicker and easier operation a special hardening